APPOINTMENT OF THE PRINCIPAL AND VICE CHANCELLOR
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CONTENTS Introduction from the chairman A CLEAR FUTURE THE PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY TRACK RECORD ROLE PROFILE CANDIDATE PROFILE CITY OF ABERDEEN CORPORATE MANAGEMENT ARRANGEMENTS ORGANISATION CHART SUMMARY OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS HOW TO APPLY
Introduction from the Chairman
“I am delighted to invite you to consider joining the Robert Gordon University’s top governance and management team and to lead us through A Clear Future and beyond.
You will be joining us at a pivotal time.
Our Clear Future Strategy, supported by
As Chairman of the Board of Governors
We are ready to make the next step
our Campus investment, will give access
I invite you to consider joining us on our
change, ambitious to be recognised as a
to learning and a future life of career
exciting and continuing journey.”
great University rather than just the best
choices for those who have the ambition
University of our kind – indeed a role
and aspirations, whilst also enabling us
model for others. We will, over the coming
to engage even more with stakeholders,
years, finish off what we started twenty
business and other key sectors of the
years ago by now completing the best
economy.
riverside campus in Europe, This will enable us to deliver professional education both on
We have staff who are highly committed to
campus and around the world, through our
the University and who tangibly understand
Virtual Learning Environment and ensuring
our strategy and their role in our success,
a fantastic student experience.
giving us a reputation for being cohesive, confident and comfortable in our purpose and direction.
Melfort Campbell
Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Board of Governors
Melfort Campbell
A CLEAR FUTURE
ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY HAS A VERY CLEAR FUTURE, SET OUT IN OUR STRATEGIC PLAN. BUILDING ON OUR STRENGTHS AND OUR PROGRESS TO DATE, WE ARE ONE OF THE BEST MODERN UNIVERSITIES IN THE UK, IN AN INCREASINGLY CHALLENGING ENVIRONMENT.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS
services we deliver. We will be responsive
• Student experience: Enrich the all-
We have assessed the factors which will be
to the changing environment and
round experience of our students
critical to our success as follows:
In order to monitor progress at Board of
developments in the economy and society.
through their engagement with the
• Sustain our Scottish Funding Council
Governors’ level, a set of six key high level
Ongoing development and continuous
University
and international student numbers in a
performance indicators (KPI) has been
improvement will help to ensure that we set
• Teaching and learning: Enhance
more challenging competitive
agreed. These monitor the impact of our
the benchmark for quality in all aspects of
the quality and relevance of our taught
environment
success or otherwise in relation to our key
our work.
provision
• Generate a major revenue stream from
strategic objectives and against the critical
• Access for all: Increase the
business interaction activities for the
success factors indentified above.
diversification of our student
value that we add
• Level of total SFC teaching funding
population
• A relentless focus on quality which will
and proportion of total SFC teaching
• Learning through life: Expand our
help to maintain and develop our
allocation compared with previous years
provision of corporate programmes
reputation – an excellent student
• Level and geographical sources
and life-long learning opportunities
experience from first point of contact
of income from international students
• Research and commercialisation:
through every interface we have with
compared with previous years
Grow our internationally excellent
students
• Net financial contribution from business
research and knowledge exchange
• A focused research portfolio which
activities and reputation
underpins teaching, is of international
• Level of research grant and contract
• A sustainable future: Secure our
standing and is financially sustainable
income and % full economic cost
economic and environmental
• A workforce which is committed,
recovery over time
sustainability
• Net surplus, current ratio and
In achieving our objectives, we will be clear about the markets which we serve and the
resourceful and effective
• Continued financial health
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
interaction over time
borrowing over time
• Consistent high performance within
the modern university sector in national
league tables.
Useful links Copies of our ‘A Clear Future’, Annual Report and Annual Accounts are available from Saxton Bampfylde.
THE PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY
“Robert Gordon’s branding as ‘the professional university’ couldn’t be more appropriate. It beats every other university in the most recent employment figures.”
‘Professional’ is our watchword for the way we treat all our stakeholders, including and especially our students. It guides the way we work together and defines what we expect from each other. OUR HERITAGE
We currently employ approximately 1600
Of the postgraduates:
The name Robert Gordon has been
members of staff and deliver courses to
58% in Aberdeen Business School
synonymous with education in Aberdeen
around 15,500 students.
21% in Design and Technology
since 1750 when the original college Sunday Times
21% in Health and Social Care
was founded from his bequest. With the
Of the 15,500 students:
addition of Gray’s School of Art in 1885,
22% are engaged in distance learning and
Full statistical information can be found in the
the School of Pharmacy in 1898 and the
corporate courses
2008/2009 Annual Review.
Scott Sutherland School of Architecture in
60% Full time and 40% Part time
1957, the original college has evolved over
63% Undergraduate and 35% Postgraduate
We offer an impressive range of
the years into a substantial university – a
(remainder in Postgraduate Research)
professionally focused courses across the
leading institution of learning still able to draw upon this rich heritage.
THE UNIVERSITY TODAY The University generates an annual group
arts and design, management, engineering
Of the Undergraduates:
and computing, health and social care and
22% in Aberdeen Business School
the applied sciences and technology. We
28% in Design and Technology
are particularly focused on developing our
50% in Health and Social Care
key areas of strength – energy, health and
income of around £92 million through
social care, the creative industries and the
corporate programmes, consultancy and
knowledge economy.
other business engagement, research income and fee paying or funded students.
“The partnership we have with Robert Gordon University not only helps to verify the high quality of learning we provide for our people, but it also leads to a formal qualification at degree level, which both Shell and our staff see as valuable.” Adam Lomas Vice President, EP Learning & Development, Shell
THE VIRTUAL CAMPUS
Our commitment to internationalisation
commercial links
The University has established a significant
is evident in the establishment of an
Our strong links with industry have
e-Learning capability, based around the
International College at the University
delivered corporate alliances, CPD
‘Moodle’ virtual learning environment. This
through Navitas. Following the launch of
programmes and consultancy both in
is used to support an extensive range of
the College in September 2011, we expect
the UK and overseas. The deployment
distance learning courses and to support
to significantly increase our recruitment of
of blended learning through the Moodle
the learning of on-campus students in
international undergraduate students at a
Virtual Learning Environment is further
blended approaches. Effective use of
time when our recruitment of international
expanding our capabilities for working
appropriate technologies is a key element
postgraduate students is coming under
with corporate partners and SME’s.
of the University’s plans to extend distance
greater pressure.
Enterprising research is undertaken by
learning provision, including corporate
groups throughout the University and the
learning, and to enhance the learning
The Dean of the Business School is currently
results contribute to technology transfer
experience of all students. We are, we
leading a project team to examine all aspects
and ‘spin outs’. We have been especially
believe, one of the largest providers of
of the international student experience. With
successful in SMART awards.
online, distance learning in the UK after the
this in mind we are currently reviewing our
Open University.
provision, marketing and corporate branding
Additionally, our commercial organisation,
to ensure we are capitalising on this USP.
Univation Ltd, continues to develop strong commercial relationships with major energy
INTERNATIONALisation
organisations worldwide and a marketing
of the total student experience for all
Aberdeen College - An Associate College
students. This includes the curriculum,
The strength of our regional commitment
significant corporate contracts for delivery
work placements and the wider experience
and also our understanding of the social
in the UK and overseas.
they have interacting with our staff and
inclusion wider access agenda is reflected
the community. International students
in our partnership with Aberdeen College,
have long been attracted to Robert
the largest FE college in Scotland. This is
Gordon University and contributed
a truly outstanding alliance recognised by
much to our cultural fabric. Indeed, in
the Scottish Funding Council as a model for
recent years, increasing numbers of
others. The College is an associate college
international students have made ours a
of the University and there are articulation
truly international campus. 19% of our total
agreements across many subject areas
student population come from outside the
leading to 2+1 and 2+2 progression.
Our strategy is of ‘internationalisation’
EU. Expanding our cultural and commercial links with overseas organisations has helped to create many exciting opportunities for our staff and students to work abroad.
presence across the globe, bringing
TRACK RECORD LEAGUE TABLES
“Work placements, lasting up to a year, are the norm [at Robert Gordon University] helping an employment record that has been Scotland’s best for several years and consistently one of the UK leaders.” The Times (3 June 2009)
For three successive years, Robert Gordon University has retained the position of the best modern university in the UK. (The Times, May 2010). The Guardian University League Table for 2010 also ranked Robert Gordon University as the top new University in Scotland and second in the UK. We consistently maintain one of the UK’s best graduate employment records. The Times Good University Guide 2011 notes that we are still best University in Scotland for graduate prospects, and second in the UK, with over 83% of our graduates landing graduate-type jobs
RAE RESULTS
“Together with a strong performance in last year’s research assessment, this helps RGU to its highest ever ranking in our table, ranking second in the modern university sector.”
within 6 months. Our success in this area is bettered only by Imperial College.
The Sunday Times (13 September 2009)
In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise Robert Gordon University achieved outstanding results with over 70% of research being classified as of international quality. At the same time, the Scottish Funding Council announced an increase in our research grant funding of 99% to £2.7million for 2009/2010 - the highest increase of any Scottish university. The University aims to focus its research and knowledge transfer activities to inform and underpin our teaching capability. £6 million seed-corn funding was invested in a research development initiative over 3 years to grow research activity across the University. The success of this investment was demonstrated in the results of the 2008 RAE. The University was ranked the top modern Scottish University for research quality, with ‘world class’ research activity in 8 out of the 11 subjects returned. In addition 73% of research conducted was ranked as being of international quality. As we build on the University’s success beyond RAE, we aim, through the establishment of three Research Institutes, to grow the level of internationally excellent research. These institutes will develop the potential of strategically significant areas by focused investment on areas of research strength. The University has also demonstrated important success in research commercialisation and has established a relationship with the venture capital company Sigma IP Ltd.
ONE CAMPUS, ONE VISION – GARTHDEE 2020
“In the past decade, the university has invested more than £100m to improve its facilities, and intends to make the Garthdee site ‘the best riverside campus in Europe.’” The Guardian (12 May 2009)
‘Among the generation of new universities, Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen is the best placed’. The Times (June 2008)
THE UNIVERSITY PREPARED AND APPROVED ITS ESTATES STRATEGY IN 1994, COVERING A 20-25 YEAR PLANNING PERIOD. WE NOW HAVE ONE VISION FOR THE FUTURE – TO LOCATE ALL OUR STAFF AND STUDENTS, BY 2020, ON ONE CAMPUS AT THE STUNNING RIVERSIDE SETTING OF GARTHDEE.
The first phase, the consolidation of six
The Masterplan 2009 aims to:
sites into two, (Garthdee and Schoolhill) was essentially complete by 2004. To
• Consolidate all academic and
date we have invested over £100 million
administrative activities on the Garthdee
in new buildings and upgrading facilities
Campus site in order to create the finest
for students. These have included the
riverside learning environment in
Aberdeen Business School, the Faculty of
Europe
Health and Social Care, as well as a state
• Create a clearly legible campus heart,
of the art Sports Centre, a modern onsite
focused around a student-centred
nursery and a health centre open to staff,
experience
students and the local community.
• Develop a new and unified academic
We have recently secured full planning consent for the Masterplan 2009 – likely to be a two phase, 10 year development and refurbishment programme, adding 34,000m2 of new facilities and culminating in the realisation of our vision – one campus at Garthdee by 2020.
development on the eastern portion
of the site in order to gain from the advantages of co-location and
collaboration between disciplines
• Retain and enhance the landscaped qualities of the site and seek to achieve
a stronger relationship between
buildings and the riverside setting
• Develop the Garthdee Campus in a
sustainable, phased manner reflecting
the availability of project funding
• Re-utilise appropriate areas within
existing buildings to form a more
holistic and integrated campus
• Develop a new focus for arrival /
entrance from the south,
including a new pedestrian and cycle
bridge to the south side of the river
ROLE PROFILE PRINCIPAL AND VICE CHANCELLOR This is an exceptional opportunity to fill a complex and demanding leadership role in an ambitious professional University.
The role will encompass: • Building strong relationships with
• Ensuring that well developed
the Chancellor, the Chairman and
strategies are planned and
the Board of Governors to ensure
executed in a way that is
a common sense of strategic
affordable and sustainable in the
purpose and alignment
long term
• Providing outstanding and
• Ensuring good governance and
Robert Gordon University has already
Candidates for the role will have the
shown its ability to perform consistently
confidence and ambition, as well as the
at the highest levels across teaching and
track record and personal standing, to
learning, applied research, employability,
direct the University along this journey
business and community engagement.
at a time of unprecedented volatility in
It is consistently placed among the very
the UK and international economies. You
best in the recognised league tables
will already have proved your ability as a
measuring institutional performance in
visible and inspirational leader, with the
the modern university sector - in the UK
personality, breadth and drive to operate
as well as within Scotland. Building on its
effectively and influentially with external
‘A Clear Future’ strategy, the University is
stakeholders including politicians. You
now ready to embark on the next stage of
will be comfortable engaging with and
values, direction and performance
its development, to set the standard for
influencing policy thinking in Scotland,
are understood and effectively
outstanding professional education, applied
aligning the University with policy
communicated throughout the
research and business interaction and to
developments in a way which is pro-active
University, to staff at all levels, to
extend its international reach and influence.
and sets the direction for others.
the student body and to external
ambassador for the University,
Your strong academic record will
stakeholders
at home and abroad, through
include experience and understanding of the research and knowledge transfer processes, and you may also have operated for a period, outside higher education. You will certainly have established networks within and outside the sector, in the UK and internationally, and be comfortable engaging with the business community.
empowering organisational
management especially in relation
leadership, maintaining the
to academic reputation, people
strategic direction set by A Clear
leadership and management
Future and building dynamic
and financial and environmental
strategies for the next stage
sustainability
• Positioning the University’s
• Providing leadership in
reputation within the marketplace,
fundraising, with special regard
regionally, nationally and
to industry, commerce and
internationally
alumni, developing long lasting
• Ensuring that the University’s
• Providing academic leadership, through the Strategic Planning and Resources Group, the Academic Council, Faculties and Schools, which focuses on accountability for outcomes and sets clear and challenging expectations
and productive relationships and ensuring that all potential donors and supporters are identified, fostered and secured
• Acting as a strong and engaged
ceremonial events and by playing a visible and enthusiastic part in the life of Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire and beyond
PERSON PROFILE
The Profile of the Candidate Candidates for the role will demonstrate evidence of:
• Strong academic credentials and credibility
• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to listen and
direction and focus, to show
respond effectively
persistence and resilience under
• Experience of innovative and effective leadership in a large, diverse, complex and successful
challenge, and to deliver strategic
• Financial acumen and an
goals through others
entrepreneurial mindset
organisation
• The personality and presence to • Responsiveness to changing
• An understanding of the policy
• The ability to maintain alignment,
represent the University
circumstances and the ability to
with passion, conviction and
making process in HE in Scotland,
take decisive action in the best
influence to a broad range of
within the UK and internationally
interests of the University
external audiences, including
and the ability and appetite to play an influential role in that process
• A commitment to the vision set
Government and business leaders.
• The willingness to invest time to motivate staff and students and
“the Professional University”
develop trust with all stakeholders
is as relevant to Aberdeen’s
out in the ‘A Clear Future’ strategy and the capacity to lead all stakeholders towards those goals
• The capacity and vision to
The University’s reputation as
international business community
• A deep personal understanding
as it is to the public and voluntary
of ‘people’, an ability to engage
sectors and the Principal will
and motivate individuals and
engage across the full spectrum
teams and to set the tone for
develop with stakeholders the
acceptable behaviour across
future ambition and direction for
the senior management team
raising processes, regionally,
the University
and throughout the University,
nationally and internationally
consistent with the University’s
• A commitment to and respect for all aspects of what RGU stands for and what it does
leadership behaviours framework
• Leadership of successful fund
ABERDEEN CITY AND SHIRE
Robert Gordon University is located in Aberdeen which is Scotland’s third largest city with a population in excess of 200,000 and 400,000 including the wider Aberdeen hinterland. Filippo is the Director of RGU:Sport and relocated from the south east of England.
“I had the chance to make a real impact by developing a brand new team and facility on an expanding campus in a modern University. Having never ventured to the North East of Scotland before, moving the family to such a contrasting location was attractive and exciting for us all”.
The city is known internationally as the
Aberdeen is undeniably a wealthy city; it
Festival and the International Youth
undisputed European capital of the energy
has one of the highest per capita incomes
Festival. The International Street Market
industry. However, it also has many other
of any city in the UK after London. Such
visits three or four times a year over a
sides to its character. Not least because
prosperity brings many benefits. The
period of three days on each occasion.
it is located on the edge of the world
city boasts first-class facilities. Shopping
renowned Scottish Highlands and the
and leisure opportunities are constantly
spectacular Cairngorms - a magnet for
expanding. Schooling at all levels is well
walkers, climbers and skiers from across
catered for – with secondary schooling, in
the UK.
particular, recognised for its quality in both
The Mercer 2010 ’Quality of Living’ Survey recently rated Aberdeen as ‘One of the Top World Cities’ and second only to London in the UK.
the public and private sectors. The hotel sector continues to expand its full range of provision as you would expect of an energy capital.
Aberdeen International Airport has direct connections with the major ‘hub’ airports of Paris, Amsterdam and Oslo as well as London (Gatwick, Heathrow and Luton) and Dublin. It also has established connections with a wide range of other major UK cities.
Useful links
Aberdeen also offers a fine array of
To view our interactive site on
cultural attractions. There is an eclectic
Aberdeenshire, with excellent information
mix of bars, cafés and restaurants and a
on education, health, housing, transport
host of modern entertainments including
and weather, please visit:
cinemas, theatres, museums, galleries
www2.rgu.ac.uk/aberdeenshire/
and concert halls. And, throughout the year, Aberdeen also plays host to several entertaining and stimulating festivals including the Aberdeen Alternative
CORPORATE MANAGEMENT ARRANGEMENTS The Board are required to delegate to
THE ROLE OF THE PRINCIPAL & VICE CHANCELLOR
SENIOR MANAGEMENT GROUP (SMG)
constituted in accordance with The Robert
the Academic Council those functions
The Board of Governors is required to
The Senior Management Group comprises
Gordon University (Scotland) Order of
relating to the planning, co-ordination,
delegate to the Principal & Vice Chancellor
all Heads of School and appropriate Heads
Council 2006. The Board is composed of
development and supervision of the
those functions relating to the organisation
of Department within the University. The
appointed and elected Governors who
academic work of the University.
and management of the University. The
SMG was established following a review
have experience of higher education,
Academic Council is chaired by the
Principal & Vice Chancellor is the chief
of ‘involvement’ and communications
industrial, commercial, and public service
Principal & Vice Chancellor. Much of
academic, administrative and accounting
to facilitate better and more frequent
sectors and a wide range of professional
the work of the Academic Council is
officer for the University, effectively the
involvement in policy development and a
practice. Staff and Student Governors are
delivered through standing committees,
“Chief Executive”.
better flow of information across the whole
elected and have equal standing with those
sub-committees, Faculty Boards, School
others who are appointed.
Committees and course panels. As a
result a large proportion of the University
The Board of Governors has the following
community are involved in its activities.
standing committees -
The Principal reports to the Board of
THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS
THE ACADEMIC COUNCIL
The Board of Governors of the University is
Governors on the work of the Academic
• Chairman’s Committee • Staff Governance Committee • Audit Committee • Finance and General Purposes Committee
• Nominations Committee • Remuneration Committee.
Council regularly.
STRATEGIC PLANNING AND RESOURCES GROUP (SPARG) In ensuring the efficient management of the University, the Principal & Vice Chancellor is assisted and supported by the Strategic Planning and Resources Group (SPARG) which comprises four Vice-Principals and Pro Vice Chancellors (one of which is ‘senior’ and is the Deputy P&VC), two Executive Directors, Human Resources and Information Technology, three Deans of Faculty and two other Deans (Learning Enhancement and Students). The four Vice-Principals each carry a specific strategic role focussed on the planning and resources, teaching, research and student experience agendas and all members of SPARG carry wider portfolios which may change over time.
University. This group has regular meetings with SPARG. For further information, please visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/about/senior-management
SENIOR MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION CHART
Principal & Vice-Chancellor Secretary to the Board
University Solicitor
Policy Advisor
Senior Vice Principal & Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Development & Quality)
Vice Principal & Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Experience) & External Relations)
Vice Principal & Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research & Commercialisation)
Dean for the Enhancement of Learning, Teaching & Assessment
Dean of Students
Department for the Enhancement of Learning, Teaching & Assessment
Student Services
CREDO
Vice Principal & Pro Vice-Chancellor (Planning & Resources)
Finance & Procurement Estates & Property Services RGU: SPORT Planning
Academic Affairs Library Services
Vice Principal & Pro Vice Chancellor (Planning & Resources)
Dean of Aberdeen Business School
Dean of Faculty of Design & Technology
Dean of Faculty of Health & Social Care
Department of Accounting, Finance & Economics
School of Computing
School of Applied Social Studies
School of Engineering
School of Health Sciences
Department of Communication, Marketing & Media
Student Recruitment
Department of Information Management
Development Office
Department of Law
Student Administration
Department of Management
Communications Office
Gray’s School of Art The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment
School of Nursing & Midwifery School of Pharmacy & Life Sciences
Executive Director (Information Technology & Communication)
Executive Director (Human Resources)
IT Services
Human Resources
Univation Records Management
Organisation Development & Leadership Occupational & Environmental Health & Safety The Gatehouse Design & Print Consultancy
SUMMARY OF CONTRACT TERMS & CONDITIONS Remuneration
Annual Performance Review
Private Health Insurance
The University will offer a remuneration
This is undertaken annually with the
We will provide PHI cover for self and
Conflict of Interest,Confidentiality & Intellectual Property Rights
package fully commensurate both with
Chairman. There would be regular one-to-
spouse at the University’s expense. We
We will expect that all other paid or unpaid
the significance of this appointment and
one meetings with the Chairman and formal
may be prepared to inherit an existing
appointments or employments are declared
the calibre of the successful candidate,
quarterly and half yearly reviews.
arrangement if that is preferred, subject to
as a part of the appointment process. We
considering the circumstances.
encourage appropriate external activity
taking into the account the qualifications, experience, reputation and leadership
Annual Leave
qualities. The details will be open to
You will be entitled to 30 days paid annual
Car Provision
beyond as this can enhance the University’s
discussion with the preferred candidate.
leave per annum in addition to 10 Public
We operate a ‘call-off’ contract
influence and reputation. However this
and Statutory Holidays, fixed or variable
arrangement for a chauffeur driven car
can also lead to conflicts of interest and it
We intend to appoint on a fixed point
at the University’s sole discretion. The
at the University’s expense. This ensures
is in the best interests of all stakeholders if
competitive base salary with scope for
University also normally closes between
that excessive driving or other travel,
other activities are declared, reviewed and
future reward for outstanding contribution
Christmas and New Year.
particularly at night and especially after
properly approved. An annual declaration
official/social functions, which may also be
is also required.
and performance. Annual reviews,
within the higher education community and
undertaken by the Chairman with a
Pension
at some distance from work/home, does
report to the Remuneration Committee,
We operate under the Scottish Teachers
not have a detrimental impact. We do not
Our contracts include appropriate clauses
will usually result in an overall combined
and Local Government Pension Schemes.
operate car loan or leasing arrangements
that preserve for the University the right to
percentage increase taking account of
Contributions are made by employer and
for any level of employee.
confidentiality of its legitimate commercial
general cost of living indicators and a
employee and they are both “final salary”
performance element.
schemes incorporating ill health and death/
Relocation
dependants benefits. The schemes are
We will agree with the successful candidate
You will be appointed to the University’s
widely recognised as excellent schemes.
relocation assistance appropriate to his/her
senior management terms and conditions
Both are likely to be under serious review
particular circumstances (subject to Inland
of employment, subject to any variations
as final salary schemes, in terms of the
Revenue conditions). You will be required
which may be agreed, on appointment, by
benefits offered and contribution levels in
to reside in Aberdeen or within 30 minutes
the Appointment Committee. As a guide,
the coming years. The most appropriate
travel to work distance of it.
the principal terms and conditions are set
personal arrangements will be discussed
out below.
with the successful candidate.
Place of Work
Sick Pay
Contractually, this will be at Schoolhill,
Sick Pay entitlement is generous (up to six
Aberdeen, although this may change to our
months full pay and six months half pay). In
Garthdee campus during this appointment.
the event of long term ill health, we reserve
We would, of course, expect you to travel
the right to seek early medical evaluation.
anywhere in the UK or abroad according to the requirements of the role.
interests and other rights over material property in its ownership.
Pre-employment Medical A comprehensive pre-employment medical will be required of the successful candidate.
Disclosure Scotland (DS) Other Benefits You will have access to a range of voluntary and salary sacrifice benefits, including personal healthcare, dental plans, health cash plans, childcare vouchers and cycle to work schemes, as well as an onsite sports centre and nursery.
An acceptable disclosure through DS procedures will be required of the successful candidate.
HOW TO APPLY
THE PRINCIPAL AND VICE-CHANCELLOR WILL BE SELECTED BY AN APPOINTMENT COMMITTEE. THIS COMMITTEE IS CHAIRED BY THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS, MELFORT CAMPBELL. OTHER members are: • Ms Jennifer Craw • Mrs Elizabeth Hancock • Mr Peter Nicholson • Mr Mike Salter (Vice-Chair) • Mrs Lesley Wilson An executive search exercise is being
Applications should be sent to:
Please enclose with your application:
The process An initial selection of candidates will be
Alex Stewart Saxton Bampfylde (ref: AARGA) PO Box 198 Guildford Surrey GU1 4FH
undertaken by Saxton Bamfylde in parallel with an advertisement for the post. Saxton
Fax +44 (0) 1483 531 882
Bamfylde will work with the Appointment
Email AARGA@saxbam.com
Committee and the University’s Executive Director - Human Resources to secure a
The closing date for applications is
successful and effective appointment.
noon on Thursday 1 July 2010.
• A full CV, including educational and
invited to have a preliminary discussion
professional qualifications, a full
with Saxton Bampfylde in July or early
employment history showing the more
August and candidates will be provided
significant positions, responsibilities
with additional briefing information.
held, relevant achievements, budgets and staff managed, and latest
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to
remuneration including any benefits
informal meetings at the University on the
• A covering note of not more than two
weeks commencing 16 / 23 / 30 August or
pages (total) summarising your proven
alternatively on 9 September if these weeks
ability related to the person and job
are difficult.
specifications
• Daytime, evening and/or mobile
The selection process is likely to include a
telephone numbers (to be used with
suite of online psychometric assessment
discretion)
exercises. Final Panel Interviews will take place on 10 September 2010. You may expect to be contacted by Saxton Bampfylde not later than the 12 July 2010, if you are being invited to meet them for a preliminary discussion.
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